Saturday Mar 8
March 8, 2025
9:00AM - 9:00PM
Films
The Rooms presents a special International Women's Day films on a loop.
Join us as we celebrate women's voices in film with a retrospective screening from the Nickel Independent Film Festival's 25th anniversary, featuring a loop of films by talented women directors who’ve shaped the Newfoundland and Labrador's independent film scene.
Avon Ladies, Rural ...
March 8, 2025
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Workshop
World Wildlife Day is in March! Children (ages 8-11) can connect with the animals and plants of our province and then get creative and make prints of their favorites.
What to expect – participants will:
Visit the Connections gallery to see the flora and fauna of Newfoundland and Labrador and gather inspiration
Learn ...
March 8, 2025
10:30AM - 12:30PM
Playdate
Kickstart your weekend by joining us at The Rooms! Spend Saturday mornings with your little ones in our charming Harbour View Room. It's a delightful opportunity for unguided playtime amidst a variety of toys and books for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4.
No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your ...
March 8, 2025
10:30AM - 11:00AM
Tour
In Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou exhibition find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
March 8, 2025
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Tour
Current Art Exhibitions
Join us for a tour of one of the current art exhibitions, selected by our knowledgeable programming team.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
March 8, 2025
2:00PM - 4:00PM
Workshop
World Wildlife Day is in March! Children (ages 8-11) can connect with the animals and plants of our province and then get creative and make prints of their favorites.
What to expect – participants will:
Visit the Connections gallery to see the flora and fauna of Newfoundland and Labrador and gather inspiration
Learn ...
Sunday Mar 9
March 9, 2025
2:30PM - 3:00PM
Tour
Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador
Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
Tuesday Mar 11
March 11, 2025
1:30PM - 3:30PM
Playdate
Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4.
No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...
March 11, 2025
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Tour
Through the Lens of Archaeology
Learn about the archaeology going on in our province. What do you do if you accidently find an artifact? How do archaeologists learn how to excavate? This tour will examine the field of archaeology, and what it can tell us about the history of Newfoundland and Labrador. ...
Wednesday Mar 12
March 12, 2025
10:30AM - 11:15AM
Family
Embark on a monthly musical journey with your little one at the Infant Sensory Music Group, hosted by certified music therapist, Renée White. Join us in exploring the unique art exhibitions at The Rooms, setting the stage for a sensory-rich experience that enhances your infant's development.
Who's Invited:
Newborns to 9 month olds ...
March 12, 2025
11:30AM - 12:15PM
Family
Embark on a monthly musical journey with your little one at the Infant Sensory Music Group, hosted by certified music therapist, Renée White. Join us in exploring the unique art exhibitions at The Rooms, setting the stage for a sensory-rich experience that enhances your infant's development.
Who's Invited:
Newborns to 9 month olds ...
March 12, 2025
1:30PM - 2:30PM
Winter may be here, but there’s no need to stay home! Join us at The Rooms to exercise and socialize during this colder and drearier time of year.
While strolling throughout the building and enjoying both the exhibits and the views, participants may focus on a different theme from our collection ...
March 12, 2025
6:00PM - 6:30PM
Tour
In Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou exhibition find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
March 12, 2025
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Talk
This year, for International Women’s Day, we are celebrating the creative and artistic talents of women featured in Grounding: In Celebration of The Rooms 20th Anniversary.
Join us for a conversation featuring artists Philippa Jones and Barbara Pratt. Together, they will discuss the unique paths that led them to becoming artists ...
Thursday Mar 13
March 13, 2025
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Talk
Join us for a lively conversation with visual artist Bill Rose, followed by an engaging question-and-answer period.
We will discuss concepts relating to art and controversy, including ideas around appropriation, originality, and ownership in visual culture. Learn about the origin of Bill’s grid drawings and paintings from the 1970s, and how ...
Friday Mar 14
March 14, 2025
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Tour
Auks, Wolves and Whales
What fills the void when a species is no more? Legends, folklore, and history worth learning from. Come listen to the stories of the Great Auk, the Newfoundland Wolf, and Endangered Whales as they echo across the ages through their body and bones. Commiserate with the extinct, heed ...
March 14, 2025
6:00PM - 7:30PM
Tour
Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador
Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
March 14, 2025
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Teens
Join us at The Rooms for an inspiring drawing class designed specifically for students age 15 - 20 years old. Whether you’re a budding artist or just curious about exploring your artistic interests, this class is perfect for you!
What to Expect:
Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques, from line work ...
Saturday Mar 15
March 15, 2025
10:30AM - 11:00AM
Tour
In Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou exhibition find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
March 15, 2025
10:30AM - 12:30PM
Playdate
Kickstart your weekend by joining us at The Rooms! Spend Saturday mornings with your little ones in our charming Harbour View Room. It's a delightful opportunity for unguided playtime amidst a variety of toys and books for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4.
No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your ...
March 15, 2025
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Tour
Current Art Exhibitions
Join us for a tour of one of the current art exhibitions, selected by our knowledgeable programming team.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
Sunday Mar 16
March 16, 2025
2:30PM - 3:00PM
Tour
Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador
Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
Tuesday Mar 18
March 18, 2025
1:30PM - 3:30PM
Playdate
Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4.
No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...
March 18, 2025
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Tour
Through the Lens of Archaeology
Learn about the archaeology going on in our province. What do you do if you accidently find an artifact? How do archaeologists learn how to excavate? This tour will examine the field of archaeology, and what it can tell us about the history of Newfoundland and Labrador. ...
Wednesday Mar 19
March 19, 2025
1:30PM - 2:30PM
Winter may be here, but there’s no need to stay home! Join us at The Rooms to exercise and socialize during this colder and drearier time of year.
While strolling throughout the building and enjoying both the exhibits and the views, participants may focus on a different theme from our collection ...
March 19, 2025
6:00PM - 6:30PM
Tour
In Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou exhibition find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
March 19, 2025
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Broad Strokes: The Passion and the Past of the Art Gallery of NL
What role did Memorial University play in seeding a Newfoundland and Labrador arts community in the 1960s and 1970s and what is the role of cultural institutions like art galleries in the province today? Join The Rooms and Memorial ...
Thursday Mar 20
March 20, 2025
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Talk
Join us for an engaging conversation with Amber-Lynn Thorne who will discuss the evolution of her artistic practice and how her work as an artist is moving in interesting directions.
Amber-Lynn finds inspiration from family histories and her deep connections with the ocean. The conversation will conclude with a question-and-answer period, ...
Friday Mar 21
March 21, 2025
11:00AM - 11:45AM
Join us for an exclusive members-only tour of Grounding. This exhibition brings together some of the most beloved artworks from The Rooms’ collections, examining how our surroundings and structures shape what has been valued, preserved, and shared by our communities.
Led by Mireille Eagan, Curator of Contemporary Art, an acclaimed curator ...
March 21, 2025
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Tour
Auks, Wolves and Whales
What fills the void when a species is no more? Legends, folklore, and history worth learning from. Come listen to the stories of the Great Auk, the Newfoundland Wolf, and Endangered Whales as they echo across the ages through their body and bones. Commiserate with the extinct, heed ...
March 21, 2025
6:00PM - 7:30PM
Tour
Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador
Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
March 21, 2025
7:00PM - 8:30PM
Teens
Join us at The Rooms for an inspiring drawing class designed specifically for students age 15 - 20 years old. Whether you’re a budding artist or just curious about exploring your artistic interests, this class is perfect for you!
What to Expect:
Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques, from line work ...